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ipad set up error

I started to set up my new ipad accidentally pressing "restore previous ipad" which was my partner's, now it's setting up under her ID. How can I change it?


Posted on Apr 12, 2023 10:58 PM

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Posted on Apr 13, 2023 4:57 AM

By far the cleanest, easiest and most straightforward method to resolve this issue is to first allow the erroneous setup to complete - and then completely reset the iPad and start again. When the setup has finished, follow this process:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This process will completely wipe the iPad - and importantly, remove the Activation Lock that will be associated with your partner’s AppleID account. This is essential - as otherwise you will encounter all manner of issues.


When the procedure has concluded, you’ll be able to setup the iPad again from scratch - beginning at the initial “hello” page, taking care to avoid mishaps 🙂

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Apr 13, 2023 4:57 AM in response to narnarDM

By far the cleanest, easiest and most straightforward method to resolve this issue is to first allow the erroneous setup to complete - and then completely reset the iPad and start again. When the setup has finished, follow this process:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This process will completely wipe the iPad - and importantly, remove the Activation Lock that will be associated with your partner’s AppleID account. This is essential - as otherwise you will encounter all manner of issues.


When the procedure has concluded, you’ll be able to setup the iPad again from scratch - beginning at the initial “hello” page, taking care to avoid mishaps 🙂

ipad set up error

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